Physician - PM&R

CHRISTUS St. Vincent; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Sign-on incentive

Job summary

CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible PM&R Physician to lead and grow comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services in central Louisiana.

The ideal candidate provides expert care, collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, and supports program expansion. The role emphasizes high-quality physiatric care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and ongoing education for patients, families, and staff, with opportunities to lead program

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R).
• Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted Louisiana medical license.
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality physiatric services to inpatients and outpatients.
• Lead collaboration with a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and planning.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on rehabilitation goals and outcomes.
• Support expansion of rehabilitation services in the region.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

Job description

Position Overview

CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible PM&R Physician (Physiatrist) to lead and grow comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. The ideal candidate will provide expert medical care, collaborate with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team, and support the expansion of physical medicine programs in central Louisiana.

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Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality physiatric services to patients with a range of conditions, including musculoskeletal, neurologic, spinal cord injury, stroke, and chronic pain.
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations and implement rehabilitation plans in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Lead collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams including physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, nursing, and case management.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental planning.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on rehabilitation goals and functional outcomes.

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Qualifications

Required:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R).
• Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted Louisiana medical license.
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred:

• Experience in both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation care.
• Ability to lead and enhance rehabilitation services.

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Why CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini?

Mission-Driven: Join a faith-based, not-for-profit health system committed to compassionate, quality care.

Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated team across specialties in a supportive regional referral center.

Community: Alexandria offers a rich cultural scene, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community with a lower cost of living than many metropolitan areas.

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• Competitive base salary + incentive potential
• CME allowance and malpractice coverage
• Sign-on incentive